Class 11 Biology Cell cycle and Cell Division: NCERT Solutions for Question 9
This page focuses on the detailed Cell cycle and Cell Division question answers for Class 11 Biology Cell cycle and Cell Division, addressing the question: 'Find examples where the four daughter cells from meiosis are equal in size and where they are found unequal in size.'. The solution provides a thorough breakdown of the question, highlighting key concepts and approaches to arrive at the correct answer. This easy-to-understand explanation will help students develop better problem-solving skills, reinforcing their understanding of the chapter and aiding in exam preparation.
Question 9
Find examples where the four daughter cells from meiosis are equal in size and where they are found unequal in size.
Answer
(a) Spermatogenesis or the formation of sperms in human beings occurs by the process of meiosis. It results in the formation of four equal-sized daughter cells.
(b) Oogenesis or the formation of ovum in human beings occurs by the process of meiosis. It results in the formation of four daughter cells which are unequal in size i.e. are big mature ovum and 3 smell polar bodies.
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1 Comment(s) on this Question
Dheeraj Kumar Singh
2018-08-17 01:02:23
There are only two polar body formed during a oogenesis process.and they degenerate due to insufficient of cytoplasm.
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